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    Accuphase e303 unfortunately I sold this but would like to get another one
  2. michaelm101

    Which Vintage Integrated Amps Have A + B = PARALLEL CONNECTION?

    I have a pair of 1980s GNP speakers that require the satellites to be connected to "A", and the (passive) woofer box (2 separate L & R woofers) to be connected to "B." I've discovered here on AK, that my old Kennys are A+B = SERIES, so I currently have an old Kenny running the satellites, and...
  3. K

    Pioneer SA-610 NOS... worth $40 and a short drive??

    Hello all, I've been looking for components to build a secondary system in either the bedroom, or perhaps the garage. I came across a new old stock Pioneer SA-610 about an hour ago. According to the seller, it was bought brand new by his father, but never put in to service. It's still in the...
  4. analogwisdom

    A comprehensive list of 100WPC+ @ 8Ω Integrated Amplifiers, 1970-1980

    Hey y'all. I was searching the forums for a list of Integrateds from this era (my favorite) that are 100WPC @ 8ohm or more and noticed the lists I found weren't maintained by the OP so I wanted to make this thread with a more comprehensive list that I will do my best to keep updated. We can't...
  5. Q

    Intermittent Noise Coming from Left Channel

    Hello! I'm not well-versed in audio matters regarding equipment, hence why I'm here. So heres the issue I've been having for months now: my left channel is making a weird noise, even if no audio is being played or if I set my volume to 0. Whether its my speaker or my open-back headphones, the...
  6. mbphotox

    LF pretty amp with VU meters and plenty of power and good value

    I only have my Pioneer AV-R to drive the B&W N803 at the moment. There's also my EL34 tube amp, but I'd rather not damage that baby, I guess (through using it constantly, I mean). Also, there's a little minime on the way, so the tube amp will likely have to disappear into storage for a couple...
  7. J

    Custom Terminal Build

    I'm finally addressing an issue that started, round about ten years ago, broken speaker terminals on my Fisher CA-2120 Integrated amplifier. I've been using this as a pre-amp for the Hafler P500 amplifier since the speaker terminals were junk. After the first two, the A and B R+'s broke, I wired...
  8. TunerLanding

    Luxman L-5 Mixed Reviews?!

    One of these in amazing condition came up locally and I’m intrigued, as I’m a Luxman fan. However, I’ve read mixed reviews on the sound quality (one reviewer claimed it had less soundstage/detail than an older marantz which boggles my mind). Build quality looks a little below the champagne...
  9. TunerLanding

    Can Using the Preamp Section of an Integrated Amplifier Compete with a Preamp?

    Hi all, I fell upon a Luxman Power Amplifier and didn’t have a preamp so I have been using my Luxman L-410 preamp phono out for temporary use with it. Preamplifiers seem scarce in Vancouver is it essential that I find a good matching preamp for competitive sound quality?
  10. E

    Can dirty or corroded contacts cause channels to drop? NAD C370 help

    I thought about bringing this thread back to life due to Jerry's great advice in there, so let me know if I should post in there as well. I have a NAD C370 integrated that I bought used about a year ago. I love this amp. This past week the left channel has dropped out. Occasionally it pops back...
  11. lattiboy

    Vandersteen Treo CTs…. Which integrated?

    Hey all, I fell bass-akwards into a pair of Vandersteen Treo CTs and now have to get an integrated amp that will realize their promise. Even on my Chi Fi 8W tube amp (admittedly upgraded with high end components and tubes) they sound extraordinary, but from what I’ve read they really open up...
  12. C

    Vincent SV-237 Hybrid Integrated Amp. Thoughts on a matching DAC?

    Just got my first tube amp...the Vincent sv-237. It had a tung-sol 12ax7 on the front and two mismatched 61NP on the rears, I think both Russian but the labels were a bit faded so not sure exactly what the rears are. I read the rears should be matched so I'm thinking of getting these...
  13. Pub Sub

    Seeking Help in Resurrecting my Kenwood KA-8100

    Hey all! Yesterday I bought a Kenwood KA-8100 that was advertised as broken. Today I need help in restoring it. The inside and outside of the unit are pretty darn clean. It appears as if one corner of the unit took a drop head on and bent but did a pretty good job of protecting the internals...
  14. midfiguy

    Which harman/kardon amp(s) would you choose?

    You are building a new-to-you vintage system. You don't need a tuner. Choose one or one pair from this list, and if you like, tell why! A402 PM660 PM665 hk 725/770 hk 825/870 Citation 11/12 Citation 11/16 Citation 17/19 Citation 21/22
  15. C

    Budget Integrated or Budget Separates

    I've been thinking about upgrading my basic amplification setup but have a limited budget. If I currently have a Yamaha A-S501, which admittedly sounds very good with my DAC and speakers, would I see a dramatic improvement if I were to spend $1000-$1500 on a new integrated or budget separates...
  16. D

    Help, I do not want to make an Ayre, What the heck?

    Hi Everyone, Please help me understand my new balanced integrated Ayre-AX7e integrated amp. I'm scared to hook it up wrong and I can't wait any longer, I need to hear this thing. So before I connect anything, can someone please tell me what the heck this part of the owners manual is saying...
  17. K

    Modern integrated for vintage KLH6 Speakers?

    I know it bordering on heresy to discuss such things here, but: My brother scarfed my Panasonic SX 650 decades ago, and recently my Dynaco Stereo 150 (which I built in the 70s) finally croaked. I still have a Nakamichi 410 preamp that's kicking and recently i recapped and refinished a vintage...
  18. R

    Advice on amp+pre for speakers and headphones under $2000

    Hi everyone, I'm a newbie to Hi-Fi and new to the forum - thank you all in advance for the great conversation so far and for any help on this! much appreciated. I'm a long time music lover but haven't really invested in good gear up to this point (didn't have the resources) - mostly used...
  19. E

    Any one know the colors for Marantz 1150 Volume Wiring

    I've got an 1150 that had the volume and power cut out, there's a lot of butchered wires in there now, anyone who's done one remember what color wires go to where? Thanks!
  20. fernando2112

    Sansui R-70 or AU-505?

    Hi, I'm just starting to get interested in vintage amps, and I don't know much about them yet. First thing is, I live in Brazil, and electronics here are way too expensive. So I am not able to buy some over the top, pricey high quality amps, and even amps that are cheap in other countries...
  21. frankosport4

    EICO Cortina 3070 & 3150 Integrated Amps

    Have done some searches on Audiokarma.Org for any mentions of the EICO Cortina integrated stereo amp models 3070 (15w x 2 at 8-ohms, continuous; originally $ 89.95 kit or $ 129.95 wired) and 3150 (40w x 2 at 8-ohms, continuous; originally $ 149.95 kit or $ 225.00 wired). Can find no mentions of...
  22. 2x’s

    Looking to purchase my first McIntosh!

    So I just love the McIntosh sound, always have! I’ve been on a steady upgrade path for a good 10 years. I think I’m ready to take the plunge. I found an ma252 for $2900 brand newish, store demo. I really liked the way it sounded and at that price I think it would work. However I’m wondering if...
  23. J

    Onkyo Integra 927 Integrated Amplifier!

    Just picked one of these up. It is a 100 watt, Japanese import amplifier with a champagne faceplate and solid wood cabinet. Aside from that, this is all I know. What are your thoughts?
  24. Dave59

    Naim Supernait 3

    Has anyone got to audition one of these new Naim amps yet? Looks like a promising upgrade, see https://darko.audio/2019/07/the-tables-turn-on-naims-nait-xs-3-supernait-3/ for a preview. I’m hoping to audition one in September, will post with my impressions after that
  25. R. Mallow

    Recommendations for Integrated or Separates for Devore Gibbon 8

    Hi all, I recently purchased some Devore Gibbon 8's locally, which I am loving; they're by far the best speakers I've ever owned. Yes, I know--rookie level, to some. But I've been thrilled. However, I feel that my current electronics are not a perfect match for them, which are: preamp...
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